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Professor PhD vs Spartus Gladius 16
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Specs Comparison
Spec
Professor PhD
Spartus Gladius 16
Price
$99.99
$84.99
Swing Weight
119
125
Twist Weight
5.95
6.19
Weight
8 oz
7.9 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Spin
1806 RPM
1791 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Balance
240mm
245mm
Professor PhD
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Great value at $99.99 — cheaper than 92% of paddles (avg $189)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1806 RPM (15th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Singles PlayersTennis ConvertsBudget-Conscious Buyers
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Spartus Gladius 16
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 125 (top 4%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Great value at $84.99 — cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $189)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1791 RPM (14th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Very high swing weight of 125 (top 4%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Singles PlayersTennis ConvertsBudget-Conscious Buyers
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